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Clinical Trial Assistant

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$56K - $70K/yr

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Clinical Trial Assistant (San Francisco, CA) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

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Clinical Trial Assistant

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$56K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Clinical Trial Assistant (San Francisco, CA) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

ICON

Clinical Trial Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$56K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Clinical Trial Assistant (San Francisco, CA) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

ICON

Clinical Trial Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$56K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Clinical Trial Assistant (San Francisco, CA) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

Geneoscopy, Inc.

Clinical Trial Assistant

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

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Clinical Trial Assistant This is an on-site, in-office position at Geneoscopy HQ in St. Louis, Missouri. The Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) provides administrative and operational support for ...

Intuitive

Clinical Trial Assistant

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$70K - $94K/yr

The Clinical Trial Assistant will play a key role to provide operational support to coordinate the conduct and management of clinical studies to ensure compliance with Intuitive standard operating ...

EVERSANA

Clinical Trial Assistant

Chesterfield, MO · On-site

The Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) supports clinical trials by maintaining organized files, performing pharmacy technician duties, communicating routinely with trial sites, coordinators, and patients ...

Eversana

Clinical Trial Assistant

Chesterfield, MO

The Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) supports clinical trials by maintaining organized files, performing pharmacy technician duties, communicating routinely with trial sites, coordinators, and patients ...

Intuitive

Clinical Trial Assistant

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$70K - $94K/yr

The Clinical Trial Assistant will play a key role to provide operational support to coordinate the conduct and management of clinical studies to ensure compliance with Intuitive standard operating ...

Geneoscopy, Inc.

Clinical Trial Assistant

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

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The Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) provides administrative and operational support for clinical research studies conducted in accordance with federal regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP ...

Optimus U

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Clinical Trial Assistant

Miami, FL · On-site

$180 - $240/day

  • PTO

Clinical Trial Visit Flow Manager Internal Title: Visit Expediter / Agilizador de Visitas Position Summary The Clinical Trial Visit Flow Manager is responsible for ensuring that every clinical-trial ...

eGenesis

Senior Clinical Trial Manager

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$142K - $176K/yr

As the Senior Clinical Trial Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of our ... PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist in overall management of clinical trials, including but not ...

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eGenesis

Senior Clinical Trial Manager

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$142K - $176K/yr

As the Senior Clinical Trial Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of our ... PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist in overall management of clinical trials, including but not ...

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eGenesis

Senior Clinical Trial Manager

Cambridge, MA

$142K - $176K/yr

As the Senior Clinical Trial Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of our ... PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist in overall management of clinical trials, including but not ...

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How much do senior clinical trial assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior clinical trial assistant in the United States is $37.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.72 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior clinical trial assistant?

A Senior Clinical Trial Assistant (Senior CTA) supports clinical research teams by managing trial documentation, coordinating study activities, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. They assist in tracking study progress, maintaining trial master files, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. Senior CTAs often have more experience and responsibility than entry-level CTAs, helping to train junior staff and troubleshoot operational challenges. Their role is essential in maintaining the organization and efficiency of clinical trials to ensure smooth execution and regulatory adherence.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a senior clinical trial assistant?

As a Senior Clinical Trial Assistant, your daily responsibilities involve managing trial documentation, supporting study start-up and close-out activities, and ensuring all essential documents are collected and archived in compliance with regulatory standards. You will coordinate with clinical research associates, project managers, and site staff to track study progress, schedule meetings, and facilitate communication across teams. Additionally, you’ll assist in monitoring timelines and may help prepare for audits or regulatory inspections. This role offers a dynamic mix of administrative, operational, and collaborative tasks that are vital to the success of clinical studies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the senior clinical trial assistant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Clinical Trial Assistant, you need a solid understanding of clinical trial processes, regulatory requirements, and prior experience supporting clinical research projects, typically with a bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with electronic trial master file (eTMF) systems, clinical trial management systems (CTMS), and GCP certification are commonly required. Exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, and strong communication skills allow you to manage complex documentation and collaborate effectively across teams. Mastery of these skills is crucial to ensure accurate trial documentation, regulatory compliance, and seamless clinical study operations.

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Infographic showing various Senior Clinical Trial Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,347 per year, or $37.7 per hour.

Clinical Trial Assistant

Sagimet Biosciences

Foster City, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Contract
Description
The Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) provides operational and administrative support to the Clinical Operations team in the execution of Sagimet's clinical trials. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who can manage multiple priorities and contribute across a broad range of clinical and regulatory activities. The CTA will play a hands-on role in trial start-up, maintenance, and close-out activities, partnering closely with Clinical Trial Managers (CTMs),, vendors, and cross-functional internal stakeholders. The CTA will report to the Senior Vice President, Clinical Operations.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Maintain, organize and QC Trial Master Files (TMF/eTMF) to ensure inspection readiness at all times
  • Assist with study start-up activities, including collection and tracking of regulatory documents (e.g., 1572s, CVs, licenses, IRB/EC approvals)
  • Support site activation, maintenance, and close-out processes
  • Track and manage clinical trial documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
  • Assist with creation, review, and formatting of study-related documents (protocols, manuals, study plans, etc.)
  • Prepare or oversee CRO with clinical trial materials including investigator site binders, study tools, and training materials
  • Assist CRO and internal team with oversight of sample tracking vendor and dashboard.
  • Track operational deliverables, timelines, and key milestones
  • Assist in organizing investigator meetings, vendor meetings, and internal study team meetings
  • Draft meeting agendas, capture meeting minutes, and follow up on action items
  • Maintain study tracking tools and spreadsheets (e.g., site lists, enrollment trackers, document trackers)
  • Support review of data entry and reconciliation activities across systems (e.g., CTMS, eTMF, EDC where applicable)
  • Assist in the preparation of status reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with GCP, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements
  • Support audit and inspection readiness activities, including documentation preparation and QC
  • Assist in tracking and filing safety reports and regulatory submissions
  • Provide administrative support to the Clinical Operations team as needed
  • Manage document version control and filing systems
  • Support cross-functional collaboration with Regulatory, Quality, and Clinical Development
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements
Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, healthcare, or related field preferred
  • 2-4 years of experience in clinical research, clinical operations, or a related field
  • Experience in a biotech, pharma, or CRO environment preferred; startup experience a plus
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with CTMS/eTMF systems preferred
  • Understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and clinical trial processes

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